Stockport Sports Trust
Also known as: Life Leisure
Operating a range of sports and leisure facilities across Stockport and elsewhere, from small community recreation centres to large multi use state of the art leisure centres. We currently manage a number of swimming pools, sports halls, and sports & fitness facilities including a large multi-use football, racquet sport and fitness training facility.
Activities & Mission
Operating a range of sports and leisure facilities across Stockport and elsewhere, from small community recreation centres to large multi use state of the art leisure centres. We currently manage a number of swimming pools, sports halls, and sports & fitness facilities including a large multi-use football, racquet sport and fitness training facility.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 98% of UK Leisure charities with income over £10M (sample: 129). How is this calculated?
Higher than 57% of UK Leisure charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 70% of UK Leisure charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2021.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | £12,640,986 | £13,733,398 | £13,557,625 | -£2,940,725 | £400,000 | 212 / 0 |
| 2020 | £12,806,411 | £12,140,218 | £12,025,798 | -£291,313 | £400,000 | 225 / 0 |
| 2019 | £12,365,436 | £12,088,780 | £11,856,378 | £855,911 | £400,000 | 233 / 0 |
| 2018 | £11,708,246 | £11,674,636 | £11,550,863 | £1,370,255 | £489,090 | 225 / 0 |
| 2017 | £11,548,312 | £11,463,724 | £11,416,195 | £953,645 | £676,260 | 238 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Stockport Sports Trust
What does Stockport Sports Trust do?
Operating a range of sports and leisure facilities across Stockport and elsewhere, from small community recreation centres to large multi use state of the art leisure centres. We currently manage a number of swimming pools, sports halls, and sports & fitness facilities including a large multi-use football, racquet sport and fitness training facility.
How much income did Stockport Sports Trust report in 2021?
Stockport Sports Trust reported total income of £12.64m and reported expenditure of £13.73m for the financial year ending 2021, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Stockport Sports Trust?
Stockport Sports Trust has a program ratio of 107.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Leisure charities with income over £10M (sample of 129 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Stockport Sports Trust registered as a charity?
Stockport Sports Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 October 2002 as charity number 1094247. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs Stockport Sports Trust?
Stockport Sports Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Stockport Sports Trust operate?
Stockport Sports Trust operates across 2 areas: Cumbria and Stockport.
Is Stockport Sports Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Stockport Sports Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1094247.
Details
GROUP
1A ELMS SQUARE
WHITEFIELD
MANCHESTER
M45 7TA
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Also Known As
- Life Leisure
Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated